89 Fabric Names with Pictures & Uses (The Most Common Types …
May 31, 2023 · Thanks for using them This article explores common fabric names you’ll come across when shopping, what the fabric is like, uses, and images. Note: “fabric” is fiber + how it’s woven or …
28 Types of Fabric for Dresses (Names, Pics, Uses) - Threads Monthly
Jun 24, 2022 · Which fabric is best for dresses? For daily use, light and medium weight fabrics in cotton, polyester, linen, and rayon/viscose are popular for dresses. For evening dresses, silk, polyester, …
71 Types of Cotton Fabric, their Uses, & 207 Example Photos!
Nov 6, 2020 · I have a related post on the best types of cotton fabric for shirts, and an upcoming post on cotton sewing project ideas with patterns. To buy cotton fabrics online, check out Fabric.com (USA), …
49 Best Online Fabric Stores UK: Clothes, Upholstery, Quilts
May 18, 2024 · Online fabric stores for upholstery & curtains (UK) These stores have a good range of fabrics for curtains, cushions, and upholstery. They also tend to stock PVC and fire retardant …
Turn Scrap Fabric into NEW Clothes: 14 Sewing Project Ideas
Apr 24, 2021 · Use fabric scraps to add a patch pocket Fabric scraps can be turned into patch pockets on tops, pants, and jackets. Featured: clothes from Liberty and Net-a-porter. From top left: Loewe, …
The Best Fabric Dyes for 23 Fabrics - Threads Monthly
May 3, 2022 · Best dye for fabric blends The best dye for fabric blends is usually the dye best suited to the fiber that makes up the majority of the blend. For example, if you’re dying a 60% cotton and 40% …
How to Dye Fabric & Clothes Black – 5 Methods - Threads Monthly
Jun 17, 2023 · What’s the best way to dye fabric or clothes black? The best way to dye something black is with a fabric dye that’s designed for the fibers your item is made from. This article covers the best …
Overdye 101: How to Dye Colored Fabric + Color Mixing Chart
Nov 1, 2022 · What is overdyed fabric? “Overdye” is the word dyers use to describe layering dye baths on top of each other. This could mean that you use multiple dye baths one after another to build a …
Denim Fabric 101: Types, How It’s Made, Care - Threads Monthly
Mar 27, 2023 · Samples of denim fabric. Photo credit: Nisan Aktürk In its traditional definition, denim is a cotton fabric that’s firm, sturdy, and durable. It has a diagonal rib pattern thanks to its twill weave …
22 Worldwide Statistics About Clothing & Textile Waste
May 8, 2023 · Global numbers for textile waste seem to be on the rise due to increases in clothing production and consumption, and the decreased usage of each article of clothing by consumers. …